Cloud Technology Associate (CTA)

Professional Cloud Technology Associate starts with proper definitions of cloud computing and virtualization, and explains the benefits and applications. Technology is explained, but mostly in a vendor neutral way. Subsequently, the risks of cloud computing are pointed out as well as ways of managing these risks. In the final part of the course the process of making choices in the adoption process of cloud is explained and cloud service management is broken down into details.

Cloud Technology Associate (CTA)

Cloud Technology Associate

Cloud computing is not just a technology, but also a new model for organizing, contracting and delivering information technology systems. This model has great potential for benefits but also new risks. The Cloud Technology Associate (CTA) course defines cloud computing and virtualization, and explains the benefits and applications. Technology is explained in a vendor neutral way. A lab activity is included which enables participants to understand the cloud in a practical manner. Besides, the course is contemporary with the inclusion of latest cloud technologies and applications. Subsequently, the risks of cloud computing are pointed out as well as ways of managing these risks. In the final part of the course the process of making choices in the adoption process of cloud is explained and cloud service management is broken down into details.

Key Features

2 days of instructor led classroom training

Softcopy of the material

Highly proficient & certified trainers

The course is an excellent way to prepare professionals who are considering cloud computing in their organizations

Cloud Credential Council® is a registered trademark

At the end of this course, the participant will gain competencies in and be able to:

Identify the fundamental concepts of cloud computing and virtualization including business benefits of cloud computing and technical aspects (high-level) of virtualization.

Identify the technical challenges and the mitigation measures involved in cloud computing and virtualization.

Identify the characteristics of cloud applications.

List the steps to successfully adopt cloud services.

Define cloud security and identify the risks involved in cloud computing as well as the risk mitigation measures.

List the factors involved for implementation of different cloud models.

There are no formal prerequisites; however, it is recommended that participants have:

The course allows IT professionals to operate effectively in a cloud environment as they can demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts and relevant terminology.

It furthermore provides the foundation needed in order to successfully complete subsequent vendor-specific training / certification programs and also provides a baseline for the subsequent CCC Professional level certifications.

Participants report that this training allows them to better communicate with their peers on cloud benefits and risks, and that they are in a better position to evaluate vendor proposals for cloud computing.